International Financial Reporting Standards:
They are commonly known as IFRS. It is a set of accounting standards which are developed by independent (Non-profit) organization called as International Accounting Standards Board (IASB). It is universally accepted set of standards which states the rules and practice for accounting professionals.
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles:
They are commonly known as GAAP. It is a collection of generally practiced and followed rules and standards of accounting. GAAP provides global guidelines for preparation, and disclosure of financial statements of public companies. It is created, and developed by International Accounting Standards Board (IASB).
To Describe: The similarities between GAAP, and IFRS respect to the accounting for liabilities.
To Describe: The difference between GAAP and IFRS respect to the accounting for liabilities.
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